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Nanortalik – Greenland’s most southerly town – is unlike any other town in the country. Sat on a small island at the end of a wonderful fjord and surrounded by vast snow-topped mountains, the ‘Place of Polar Bears’ is unique.
The small woodlands and prairies against a spectacular backdrop make this is a nature lover’s paradise. Polar bears live and hunt on the sea ice close to the town and are often seen from the shores of Nanortalik, while seals and whales can also be spotted in the surrounding waters.[ReadMoreMob] In the winter months, visitors may be lucky enough to capture the Aurora Borealis – Mother Nature’s own spectacular display, with curtains of white, yellow and green flashes lighting up the sky.
Beyond its natural wonders, the town has a well preserved historic quarter where there are cafés and an unusual wooden church. Brightly coloured houses line the streets, while the Nanortalik Museum has some fascinating exhibits including the oldest women’s boat ever found, which dates back to 1440 and was found by polar explorer and artist, Eigil Knuth.
Top Experiences
Open Air Museum
This fascinating Open Air Museum features a collection of interesting buildings, an Inuit summer camp and a Umiaq and kayak exhibition. Together these exhibits present a detailed insight into community development in Nanortalik, from the time of Inuit origins to the present day. Behind the museum's main building a summer hunting camp has been recreated to showcase what life in the Arctic is traditionally like.
Greenland Choir Recital
During a visit to a beautiful church, guests can relax and enjoy a performance of traditional songs from talented locals dressed in authentic national costume. Greenlanders are renowned for their singing, so an opportunity to listen to psalms and hymns here always makes for a memorable, emotive experience.
Kayak Show and Umiaq Show
Taking place on the stretch of water in front of the summer hunting camp at the Open Air Museum, the kayak show provides a unique opportunity to experience how the hunters of Greenland have prospered for centuries. Visitors can learn about how hunters mastered various techniques, such as the 'Eskimo Roll', to survive in the toughest stormy conditions. The show also presents fantastic photo opportunities to take advantage of from the beach.
Cruises to Nanortalik
Fjords & Icebergs of Remote Greenland
Departs: Dover, United Kingdom • Tue 11 Aug 2020
16 nights • Boudicca • D2021
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The Fjords of Greenland
Departs: Liverpool, United Kingdom • Thu 13 Aug 2020
14 nights • Black Watch • W2023
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Exploring the Arctic with the Midnight Sun
Departs: Dover • Sat 14 Aug 2021
28 nights • Boudicca • D2121
- Take advantage of a rare opportunity to witness the eerie Midnight Sun in Norway and search for a glimmer of the awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis in Iceland.
- Be mesmerised by small ship scenic cruising, including a glide along glorious Prins Christiansund; an up-close view of the astonishing Tuna Glacier; and a glimpse of volcanic Jan Mayen Island.
- Make memories ashore, with chances to explore the Qooroq Ice Fjord; see Longyearbyen’s wild landscapes; tour Iceland’s Golden Circle; and much more.
From £4,499pp
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Fjords & Icebergs of Remote Greenland
Departs: Liverpool • Sat 14 Aug 2021
14 nights • Black Watch • W2119
- Astonishing waterways, spectacular landscapes and enchanting settlements await, as Black Watch diverts off the well-beaten tourist routes to bring you the wonders of Greenland’s most remote regions.
- You’ll experience scenic cruising of awe-inspiring Prins Christiansund, and can tour to the remarkable Qooroq Ice Fjord to stimulate your senses with the sight and sounds of magnificent icebergs.
- Explore Qaqortoq and Nanortalik’s for a taste of local history, culture and traditions too; and enjoy two days in Iceland, uncovering world-famous natural wonders.
From £2,699pp
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